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Hours After Major Accident on Route 287, Piscataway Fire Crews Return to Extinguish Car Fire
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Piscataway fire and rescue crews responded to an early morning car fire on Route 287 north on Saturday. Holmes Marshall, River Road, and Possumtown fire companies were able to extinguish the blaze that was reported at about 2:50 a.m.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The fire follows another incident that occurred at about 2:10 a.m. Friday morning when fire and rescue crews were called to the highway near Exit 8 for a serious motor vehicle accident between a car and a tractor trailer. Holmes Marshall first responders reported finding the car...
Two Woodbridge juveniles charged with attempted murder in Green Street stabbings: police
WOODBRIDGE – Two juveniles have been charged with attempted murder in the stabbings of two others Thursday night on Green Street. Around 9 p.m. July 18, police officers responded to an area of Green Street on reports of a fight where an investigation found that four juveniles who knew each other were fighting,...
Missing NJ dad’s body found 100 miles from home after mysterious death
The body of a New Jersey dad reported missing just before Father’s Day was recovered 100 miles from his home, New Jersey State Police said, but the mystery of what happened to him is still unsolved. Family members reported Isaac Bishop, 33, of Irvington, missing on June 11, authorities said. His body was found June 30 around 2:30 p.m. in a heavily wooded area near 13th Avenue in Weymouth Township, Atlantic County, a state police spokesman confirmed. Couple in homemade yacht who died and washed ashore in a life raft could have been hit by larger ship, experts suggest The cause of death...
NJ man sober for 30 years loses appeal after gun permit denied third time over alcoholism
An East Brunswick man has been denied a firearms license for the third time because of his admission that he was an alcoholic, despite his claims that he has been sober for more than 30 years. A state Appellate Division ruling on July 17 upheld a Superior Court ruling that the man be...
Motorcyclist, 31, dies a day after crash with minivan on Staten Island, says NYPD
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A man who was seriously injured in a Saturday night crash on Hylan Boulevard has died, according to authorities. James Barry, 31, died a day after his motorcycle was in a crash involving a minivan near Hylan and Dongan Hills Avenue around 10 p.m. on Saturday night, the NYPD told the Staten Island Advance/SILive.com.
Plainfield Police Encourage Residents to Lock Car Doors, Keep Items Out of View
PLAINFIELD, NJ — Starting Tuesday last week, the Plainfield Police Department began to encourage Plainfield residents to lock their cars and hide items from view. "Lock your cars after exiting," reads the statement that has been posted on the city's Facebook page two more times since the initial warning. "When leaving vehicles, please place all items out of view. We’re experiencing an uptick in the theft of personal items from unlocked vehicles, and we want to keep your property safe." For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
N.J. mayor accused of chasing car before fatal crash was disciplined by rescue squad
Princeton Mayor Mark Freda, a longtime member of the town’s first aid squad, was suspended from the organization following a fatal 2021 crash in which he allegedly chased after a vehicle. Freda is accused in an ongoing civil lawsuit of improperly activating a first aid blue light mounted in...
Suspicious Vehicle in Tinton Falls Ends With Arrest of Armed Drug Dealer
TINTON FALLS, NJ – Jose Quinta, 39, from Elizabeth, was arrested on multiple charges following a suspicious vehicle investigation by the Tinton Falls Police Department. The incident occurred yesterday in…
5 dogs abandoned in NJ home, in nailed-shut closets with cig burns
IRVINGTON — Five neglected pit bulls were rescued from an abandoned home in the Essex County Township, according to a report by News 12. The Best Friend Dog and Animal Adoption in Cranford was first alerted to two dogs left outside the property on July 3. Upon further investigation, rescuers went into the house and found three other pit bulls in the basement, nailed inside closets with no food and water, said The Best Friend Dog and Animal Adoption president, Lauren Denoma.
Two Tractor-Trailers Crash and Catch Fire in on NJ Turnpike in Monroe Township
MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ (MIDDLESEX)–New Jersey State Police, Sgt. Charles Marchan, told MidJersey.news that Troopers responded to a motor vehicle crash at 12:47 a.m. on the New Jersey Turnpike North, milepost 73, Monroe, Middlesex County, Saturday July 20, 2024. Based on a preliminary investigation, two tractor-trailers were traveling north when they were involved in a collision. After the collision, one of the tractors began to catch on fire. No injuries were reported on scene. The crash remains under investigation, and there is no additional information available.
NJ man suffers severe burns while making fireworks at home
HILLSBOROUGH — A Somerset County man suffered second-degree burns when chemicals he was mixing for a homemade firework exploded early Saturday morning. Hillsborough police and first responders from several neighboring towns responded to a residence on Three Bridges Road at approximately 4 a.m. They said the man, who has...
Hot tea spill permanently burns woman’s hand, new Dunkin’ lawsuit says
HILLSIDE — In the latest hot spill lawsuit against Dunkin' in New Jersey, a Union County woman claims she suffered severe and permanent burns on her hand due to negligence. Essence Springer bought a hot mint tea at the Dunkin' drive-thru on Liberty Avenue in Hillside on Dec. 17, 2023, according to the lawsuit filed last week.
House Fire on Inwood Place in Plainfield
PLAINFIELD, NJ — Shortly before 11:30am on Saturday, the Plainfield Fire Department responded to a fire at a single-family home on Inwood Place in Plainfield, near its intersection with Leland Avenue. Firefighters and emergency medical personnel were on hand, though it is yet unclear if there were any injuries. Smoke billowed above the residential neighborhood early on, but the fire was contained quickly. It appeared to be in the upper portion of the home, as damage from the outside was only visible at the attic of the Cape Cod-style house. Firefighters were observed using an aerial ladder to access the home's roof.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER This article will be updated when the Plainfield Police Department provides details. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Monroe County Community on High Alert as Sheriff's Office Investigates Two Assaults on Women
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is actively investigating two assaults on women reported to have taken place in Monroe Township. As detailed by The Detroit News, the first of these incidents occurred in the early hours on Monday in Waterloo Park, while the second took place on Wednesday night in a wooded area along Frenchcreek in the Meadowbrook Mobile Home Community. Both assaults have drawn concern from local authorities and the community alike.
Rahway PD Investigating Cell Phone Package Thefts
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway Police Department is currently investigating a series of incidents involving the theft of cell phone packages delivered to homes in the community. These thefts have occurred immediately after the packages were delivered, often within minutes of the delivery. The Rahway PD points out that these incidents are not limited to Rahway or even New Jersey, as such thefts are occurring in volume up and down the East Coast.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Rahway PD urges all residents to stay vigilant and take the following safety precautions to prevent further...
Milltown Boy Scout to Host Seminar on How to Avoid Fraud for Local Seniors
MILLTOWN, NJ - According to the FBI, more than 100,000 seniors were victims of fraud in 2023. Elder fraud continues to be a growing problem, which is why local Boy Scout Scott Rumney is hosting a seminar on fraud in conjunction with AARP and the Milltown Police Department on Wednesday, July 24 at the Milltown Senior Center at 1:30 p.m. Fraud: How Can I Avoid It is ideal for anyone 60 years of age or older. It's also a perfect pick for children with senior parents. There will be presenters from AARP as well as the Milltown Police...
Westfield Police Department at Highest Staffing Level in History, Chief Says
WESTFIELD, NJ — With five recent hires, the Westfield Police Department now has 63 full-time, regular sworn law enforcement officers — the most in its history, Chief Christopher Battiloro said Friday. MORE: Westfield Fire Department Fully Staffed for First Time in 17 YearsCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The following probationary police officers were sworn in on Thursday, July 18, according to the Westfield Police Department: Officer Irene Sarris (appointed on Jan. 1), 27, a resident of Linden, is a 2014 graduate of Linden High School and a 2018 graduate of Union County College in Cranford with...
Car Crashes on Hyatt Hills Golf Course in Clark
Clark, NJ — A single-vehicle accident occurred on the Hyatt Hills Golf Course, located at 1300 Raritan Rd, Sunday evening. The Clark Police Department informed TAPinto Clark that a woman driving a 2021 Volvo XC40 began experiencing mechanical problems while traveling eastbound on Raritan Rd.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The driver, unable to stop the car, veered into the westbound lanes of Raritan Rd., crossing the double-yellow solid lines. The car then struck a fence and traveled inside the golf course, where it hit a tree, finally coming to a stop. While the driver complained of pain, no serious injuries were reported. [Don’t miss any TAPinto Clark news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for our free e-newsletter, delivered each morning to your inbox.] For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Community Rallies Around Rahway Family That Lost Home and Possessions in July 19th Fire
RAHWAY, NJ — As news began circulating throughout Rahway and over social media about a July 19th house fire in town, the only thing spreading faster were requests and inquiries about helping out the family, who lost not only their home but many possessions and personal items. The good, and most important, news is that Robert Perrine, his wife, and daughter are safe following the devastating Friday fire. Perrine is a beloved member of the Rahway community and a dedicated employee of the Rahway Public Schools. He is a cherished friend and neighbor to many.CLICK HERE TO SIGN...
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